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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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